Atty. Thomas M Hitch

Atty. Thomas M Hitch

Thomas M Hitch is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, municipal law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Kalamazoo College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

East Lansing East Lansing 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas M Hitch at a glance

Thomas M Hitch is a Member based in East Lansing, Michigan, practicing at McGinty, Hitch, Housefield, Person, Yeadon & Anderson, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1975), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1975) and Kalamazoo College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ingham County and American Bar Associations (Member, Executive Committee, Young Lawyers Section, 1982—) State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in East Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas M Hitch is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, municipal law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Kalamazoo College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Thomas practices at McGinty, Hitch, Housefield, Person, Yeadon & Anderson, P.C. in East Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas M Hitch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas M Hitch handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas M Hitch is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas M Hitch is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thomas M Hitch is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Thomas M Hitch is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in East Lansing are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas M Hitch

Where is Thomas M Hitch's law office located?
Thomas M Hitch's law practice is located in East Lansing, Michigan. The firm is McGinty, Hitch, Housefield, Person, Yeadon & Anderson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas M Hitch handle?
Thomas M Hitch focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Thomas M Hitch practiced law?
Thomas M Hitch has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Thomas M Hitch go to law school?
Thomas M Hitch earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Thomas M Hitch for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas M Hitch directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas M Hitch received?
Thomas M Hitch's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1975
B.A.
Kalamazoo College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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